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Richard McMahon Obituary
Dick, as he was known throughout his life, was born on March 31, 1935 in New Bedford to parents James R. McMahon Sr. and Marion (Ryan) McMahon.
He was a life-long resident of Cape Cod, having spent nearly 50 years in Sandwich.
In the 1950s, Dick served in the National Guard. He then accepted an appointment as a chief armorer for the Hyannis and Bourne armories under the Office of the Adjutant General.
Following nearly 10 years of service to the armories, Dick became proprietor of the Sandwich Gulf Service Station in 1967 until it's closing in 1982.
Dick gained local notoriety in the 1970s in a ''Dick meets Goliath” legal battle with Gulf Corp. following their attempt to illegally terminate his service station lease.
Dick was also proud of his tenure with the United States Postal Service where he worked for several years until his retirement.
Dick enjoyed fishing, shellfishing, traveling and baseball but most of all he enjoyed his family and friends.
He was a great conversationalist who enjoyed telling stories and could discuss a wide variety of subjects from politics and current events to auto mechanics and cooking recipes.
He had a wonderful gift for making friends and for always finding something in common with everyone he met.
He is survived by his wife Thelma Burke; his daughters Sheryl A. McMahon of Dennis, Pamela A. Rodriguez of Pocasset and Kathleen Driscoll of East Sandwich; his stepsons Wayne Burke of Lutz, Fla., Glenn Burke of East Sandwich and Timothy Burke of East Sandwich; a brother David McMahon of Sagamore Beach.
He is predeceased by his older brother James R. McMahon Jr.
He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and six great-granddaughters as well as many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held at the Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 154 Route 6A, Sandwich on Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 4 to 8 p.m.
A service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 11 a.m.
Burial will follow in Oakland Grove Cemetery, Bourne.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.
www.nickersonbournefuneralhome.com
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Susan Figuerido
October 6, 2007
Pam
I am sorry to hear about your father. Your family will be in our payers. I remember how funny he could be when we went to the station to see him many years ago.
Christoher Otto
September 29, 2007
Richard Barry McMahon was a special man. He was my grandfather. But not only that he was a true friend and was honestly my best. I loved him with all of my heart and he will be missed very much.
I remember when I was a child of no more than 6. He was very my best memory. Moving up here with the family when we were so young was a treat to me. I knew we were going to live with the greatest man in the world. Shoretly after i started to find my niche of getting into trouble not thinking before I would end up doing things that were dumb. He was always there to help me out. It wasn't nessicarily a good thing all the time but he was there. He would take time out of his busy day to teach me and show me what i did wrong. He helped me to be a better man. Most of the man that I am today.
I pride myself on being a great father and that is what Richard was to me. He was a kind and gentle man. Honest and true. They don't make them like him anymore. I know everyone says that about him. But I like to think that i have a better perspective than most.
I love him dearly and I will miss him but the lord has called him to a better place to serve a better purpose. I love you Richard Barry McMahon, My Grandfather!!
Kathy Cropper-Powe
September 25, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Dick, I remember him from when I was a teenager, always there at the station with a kind word and friendly smile. My thoughts and prayers go to his family, may you find peace in knowing that Dick is now walking with Jesus.
Betty Densmore
September 25, 2007
I am so sorry I am not home to go to the wake. Dick was a great guy and I remember him from way back the roller skating rink in Buzzards Bay. What a skater. He will be so missed. My sympathy to all of you his family but especially to Thelma. I am here in Palm Coast Fl. but thinking of you
Betty (Purdy) Densmore
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Robert Welch
September 25, 2007
I thank the Lord that I had such a long and special friendship with Dick. He was a teacher and role model with a level of caring similar to a parent's. His ability to diagnose and repair anything from a household gadget to a large marine or automotive engine was unbelievable. He enjoyed being with people and would help anyone on a moment's notice. I will certainly miss him but have many memories to carry me through the days ahead.
Lisa Malcolmson
September 24, 2007
Love and prayers to Thelma and family. Its been an honor to call Dick "friend", he truly knew how to make others smile, most especially his wife. Dick, "Maui" will miss you, and so will I...
ELISA TROPP
September 24, 2007
I READ THIS PASSAGE TODAY AND THOUGHT OF RICHARD."THE LONGEST LIFE ON EARTH IS SHORT.ONLY ETERNITY IS UNENDING. BEAR YOUR DIFFICULTIES,TROUBLES, AND SUFFERINGS WITH PATIENCE.I WILL RELIEVE YOU AS SOON AS IT IS GOOD FOR YOU.WHATEVER YOU ENDURE ON EARTH, IS A VERY SMALL PRICE TO PAY FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN."
RICHARD WAS SO COURAGEOUS AND AS I REMEMBER MAINTAINED HIS SMILE.HE MADE ME LAUGH AND WE SHARED THE JOY OF CHOCOLATE. I CAN TALK, BUT WHEN I MET RICHARD, I MET MY MATCH. I ENJOYED TEASING HIM AND CALLING HIM ""THE KNOW IT ALL.""
I'LL NEVER FORGET THE TIME HE SHOWED UP AT THE 4TH OF JULY RACE TO CHEER ME ON.RICHARD WAS FRAIL,ON OXYGEN, AND HAD THE BIGGEST SMILE ON WHILE HOLDING HIS HOMEMADE SIGN STATING ""GO ELISA""
HE WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME AND I'M FOREVER GRATEFUL TO HAVE SHARED A PART OF MY LIFE WITH HIM. "YOU GO RICHARD!!!!" FONDLY, ELISA TROPP,VNA R.N. & FRIEND
Gloria and Steven Clark
September 24, 2007
So many of us will miss you, Richard. Your laughter, your stories, your encouragement, your "politics", your antics, your ability to strike up a conversation with anyone in the room and make them feel welcome. We were blessed to have had you in our lives...so many memories that each of holds close of you through the years...time goes too quickly...you loved and are loved by so many of the lives that you touched...Sleep well until His return...you are His now...and He is rejoicing with the Angels.
Charles Glynn
September 23, 2007
I am sad to hear of the passing of dick, I have not seen him in years, But he was a great friend to me and my family while he had the Gulf station, and if I remember correctly We help him with a couple of runs for office. I have often thought of him through the years. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Michele Murray
September 23, 2007
Pam,
My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.Your dad was a wonderful, kind man. I remember the fun we had as children playing at the mobile station. He had a great sense of humor! God has called him home to eternal peace. He is now an Angel. He will watch over you while you are here. He will always be with you. God Bless You Pam. Think of all the wonderful memories you have.
The Staff of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home
September 23, 2007
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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